sep 20, 1792 - Battle of Valmy

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First major success in the war for French —> French victory with Prussians
Halted Prussian advance — meant that Brunswickʼs threats to Paris did not become reality

Establishes Dumouriez as general
Girondin, supported by Girondins

Following victories:
6 Oct — Battle of Jemappes —> Dumouriez wins against Austrians + conquers Austrian
Netherlands Nov. 1792 — Savoy annexed
Jan. 1793 — Nice annexed

increased radicalisation
- gods will for the revolution to happen becasue the war started going well
- moral destiny for the french to do this
- any actions taken are justified

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